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Highlights

  • Modern kitchen
  • Quiet neighborhood
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Good schools
  • Houses with fireplace
  • View of the lake

Location

3934 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA|University City
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Management

Campus Apartments, LLC.

Leasing office

(844) 311-1967 ext. 5903

Open today 

9:00 am–6:00 pm ET

Property Overview

University City Associates delivers strong overall value with an 8.4/10 expert rating, combining competitive pricing, high-end amenities, and a convenient location near a top-rated high school. Residents can enjoy features like modern kitchens, fireplaces, lake views, a quiet neighborhood, and wheelchair accessibility, backed by solid quality and trustworthiness scores that help set expectations for a comfortable living experience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, University City Associates is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, University City Associates has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby

Floor plans

5 Bedroom 2 Bathroom5 bed2 bath$6,515 /mo1 unit availableHouse

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Amenities for University City Associates

Apartment Amenities

Back Patio

Appliances

In-Unit Laundry

Neighborhood

Walking Distance To Campus

Other

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One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

Units1
Lease terms12 months
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About University City Associates

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University City Associates offers affordable off-campus housing, allowing students to live and study comfortably in Philadelphia. Our properties are ideally situated near the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, Walnut Hill College, SJU, and the Institute of the Culinary Arts. Whether you bike, walk, or take the LUCY, you can live off-campus and never be too far from class!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, University City Associates is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, University City Associates has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated University City Associates
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
University City Associates stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
University City Associates goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including walking distance to campus. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, University City Associates receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
University City Associates is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust University City Associates to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
University City Associates provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How University City Associates compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
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Rent trends in University City

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
University City
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,200
June 2024$1,210
July 2024$1,204
August 2024$1,195
September 2024$1,191
October 2024$1,180
November 2024$1,196
December 2024$1,199
January 2025$1,206
February 2025$1,208
March 2025$1,209
April 2025$1,194
May 2025$1,222
June 2025$1,225
July 2025$1,227
August 2025$1,198
September 2025$1,195
October 2025$1,193
November 2025$1,153
December 2025$1,149
January 2026$1,189
February 2026$1,197
March 2026$1,197
April 2026$1,176
A table of studio rental data trends in University City
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$936
June 2024$930
July 2024$901
August 2024$903
September 2024$895
October 2024$898
November 2024$934
December 2024$945
January 2025$946
February 2025$955
March 2025$955
April 2025$955
May 2025$958
June 2025$965
July 2025$965
August 2025$996
September 2025$1,020
October 2025$1,020
November 2025$970
December 2025$977
January 2026$963
February 2026$964
March 2026$975
April 2026$975

Schools near University City Associates

Samuel Powel School

3610 warren st

philadelphia, PA, 19104

K-4Public
C+

Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 1

1801 north 23rd st

philadelphia, PA, 19121

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 3

1801 north 23rd st

philadelphia, PA, 19121

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 2

1801 north 23rd st

philadelphia, PA, 19121

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - Jefferson Center

900 w jefferson st

philadelphia, PA, 19122

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

University City | Philadelphia, PA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Philadelphia near 3934 Sansom St

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Transit

10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 3934 Sansom St, Philadelphia

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

8/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

8/10
Variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk

Restaurants

9/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

10/10
Variety of bars right on the street

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